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Product Features
Technical Overview
This fiber optic cable utilizes OS2 single-mode fiber with a 9/125 µm core/cladding design, optimized for long-distance network applications. The LC connectors on both ends are male-type, ensuring a secure and precise connection that minimizes insertion loss and reflection. The duplex configuration supports bidirectional data flow, essential for full-duplex communication in modern network setups.
The cable is engineered to meet the demands of high-speed data transfer, with the single-mode fiber capable of supporting bandwidths up to 10 Gbps and beyond over extended runs. Its construction includes durable materials that resist environmental factors, maintaining performance in various installation conditions. The yellow jacket provides easy identification and differentiation in cable management systems.
Key Product Advantages
This Axiom fiber optic cable delivers several key benefits for network infrastructure. Its single-mode fiber with OS2 rating ensures low attenuation and high bandwidth, making it suitable for long-distance connections without compromising data integrity. The LC connectors offer a small form factor and reliable mating, reducing the risk of connection issues in dense patching environments.
Durability and Reliability
Built with robust materials, this cable withstands physical stress and environmental challenges, ensuring consistent performance over its lifetime. The lifetime warranty underscores its long-term reliability for critical network deployments.
- Lifetime warranty for peace of mind
- Yellow color for easy identification
- Resists bending and crushing
Ease of Installation
The plug-and-play design with standard LC connectors simplifies setup, reducing installation time and complexity. The 23 ft length provides flexibility in routing without the need for additional splicing or extenders.
- Straightforward LC-to-LC connection
- Flexible length for various layouts
- Compatible with common network devices
Deployment / Use Cases
This cable is ideal for connecting network devices in data centers, enterprise networks, and telecommunications setups. Its single-mode fiber and OS2 rating make it perfect for backbone connections, inter-building links, and other applications requiring high-speed data transfer over distances beyond 550 meters.
Common use cases include linking switches, routers, servers, and storage area networks (SANs) in environments where multimode fiber may not suffice. The duplex configuration supports simultaneous transmit and receive functions, essential for full-duplex Ethernet and fiber channel connections. It is also suitable for CCTV systems, medical imaging networks, and industrial automation where reliable fiber optic connectivity is crucial.
Highlights
- 23 ft LC/LC Singlemode Duplex OS2 fiber optic cable for network devices
- 9/125 µm core/cladding specification ensures efficient long-distance data transmission
- LC male connectors on both ends for secure and reliable connections
- Duplex configuration supports bidirectional data flow in full-duplex setups
- Yellow color provides easy identification in cable management systems
- Lifetime warranty guarantees long-term performance and reliability
- Compatible with a wide range of network equipment requiring fiber optic links
- OS2 rating optimized for low attenuation and high bandwidth applications
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | LCLCSD9Y-7M-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Name | LC/LC Singlemode Duplex OS2 9/125 Fiber Optic Cable 7m |
| Product Type | Network Cable |
| Technical Information | |
| Cable Type | Fiber Optic |
| Fiber Optic Mode | Single-mode |
| Fiber Optic Cable Core/Cladding Specification | 9/125 µm |
| Cable Length | 23 ft |
| Connector Type on First End | LC Network - Male |
| Connector on First End Details | 2 x LC Network - Male |
| Connector Type on Second End | LC Network - Male |
| Connector on Second End Details | 2 x LC Network - Male |
| Device Supported | Network Device |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | Yellow |
| Product Color | Yellow |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What is the difference between single-mode and multimode fiber in this cable?
This cable uses single-mode fiber, which has a smaller core (9 µm) compared to multimode fiber (typically 50 or 62.5 µm). Single-mode fiber allows for longer transmission distances with lower signal loss, making it ideal for backbone networks and long-haul applications. It supports higher bandwidths, such as 10 Gbps and beyond, over runs exceeding 550 meters, whereas multimode is better suited for shorter distances within data centers.
What types of network devices are compatible with this LC/LC fiber optic cable?
This cable is compatible with network devices that feature LC fiber optic ports, including switches, routers, servers, media converters, and storage systems. It supports standard network protocols like Ethernet and fiber channel. The duplex configuration ensures it works with equipment requiring separate transmit and receive channels for full-duplex communication, common in modern enterprise and data center environments.
How does the 9/125 µm core/cladding specification affect performance?
The 9/125 µm specification refers to the core diameter (9 µm) and cladding diameter (125 µm) of the fiber. This design minimizes modal dispersion, allowing light signals to travel in a single path for reduced attenuation over long distances. It enables high data rates and bandwidth efficiency, supporting applications like high-speed internet backbones, telecommunications, and data center interconnects where signal integrity is critical.
What are the advantages of LC connectors over other fiber connector types?
LC connectors offer a smaller form factor than SC or ST connectors, allowing higher port density in patch panels and network equipment. They provide reliable mating with low insertion loss and back reflection, ensuring stable connections. The push-pull latching mechanism makes them easy to install and remove, reducing the risk of damage during maintenance. This makes LC connectors a popular choice for modern fiber optic networks.